HOUSTON – Tragic Crash Claims Life of 22-Year-Old Angel Gamino on Highway 90
A devastating single-vehicle crash on the evening of Friday, June 6, 2025, has claimed the life of 22-year-old Angel Gamino, leaving his family and the Houston community in mourning. The fatal incident unfolded just after 8 p.m. on the inbound side of U.S. Highway 90, near the Mercury Drive exit.
According to a statement released by the Houston Police Department, Gamino was driving a silver GMC Yukon westbound on the highway when, for reasons still under investigation, the vehicle veered off the roadway. Authorities say the SUV drifted to the right, exited the travel lanes, and plunged into a roadside ditch before flipping over and coming to rest near a wooded treeline.
Emergency responders rushed to the scene, but despite their efforts, Angel Gamino was pronounced dead on-site by paramedics. He was the sole occupant of the vehicle.
The Houston Police Department’s Vehicular Crimes Division (VCD) and Northeast patrol units responded swiftly to the crash. As a result of the severity of the accident, all inbound lanes of Highway 90 near Mercury Drive were temporarily closed to facilitate the investigation and clear the scene. The department also posted an advisory via social media, alerting commuters to the disruption and encouraging alternative routes.
As of now, the cause of the crash remains unknown. Investigators are working diligently to determine what may have caused Gamino to lose control of the vehicle. Whether speed, mechanical failure, weather conditions, or potential distractions were contributing factors has yet to be confirmed.
Friends and family of Angel Gamino are left grieving the sudden and heartbreaking loss. Known for his youthful spirit and the promising path that lay ahead of him, Angel’s untimely death has shocked those closest to him. Community members and loved ones have begun sharing tributes online, remembering Angel for his kindness, drive, and the light he brought into their lives.
This tragic event marks yet another sobering reminder of the dangers of road travel and the importance of ongoing efforts to ensure driver safety on Houston’s roadways. Authorities are urging anyone who may have witnessed the crash or has relevant information to contact the Houston Police Department as the investigation continues.
As the city reflects on this heartbreaking loss, thoughts and condolences pour out for Angel Gamino’s family, who now face an unimaginable grief in the wake of Friday night’s tragic accident.